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1,241 people sought cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) help in Michigan in the last year

Discover how starting therapy with a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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My life's passion is to help individuals through their struggles to achieve emotional wellness and become their true authentic self.

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As a therapist with many life experiences, my goal is to get you to a happy, healthy, and well-rounded life.

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Successful counseling is rooted in safety, trust, and a positive perspective.

Briana Banks

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What is your go-to approach for cognitive behavioral therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is to facilitate a collaborative process of identifying and challenging negative thought patterns and behaviors. I prefer this approach because it empowers individuals to recognize and understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. By utilizing techniques such as thought monitoring and cognitive restructuring, clients gain insight into their automatic thoughts and learn to replace them with more realistic and adaptive ones. This process promotes lasting change and equips clients with practical tools to manage their emotions and cope with life's challenges effectively.

What tools do you teach in cognitive behavioral therapy?

I teach the following in cognitive behavioral therapy;

  • Problem-solving skills: Clients learn effective problem-solving strategies to address current challenges and obstacles in their lives, empowering them to take proactive steps toward solutions.
  • Thought monitoring: Clients learn to identify and track their thoughts in various situations, helping them recognize patterns of negative thinking.
  • Cognitive restructuring: This involves challenging and reframing irrational or distorted thoughts into more balanced and realistic ones, promoting healthier cognitive patterns.
  • Behavioral activation: Clients engage in activities that bring them a sense of pleasure or accomplishment, even when they don't feel like it, to counteract symptoms of depression or anxiety.
  • Relaxation techniques: Techniques such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and guided imagery help clients manage stress and anxiety by promoting physical and mental relaxation.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in cognitive behavioral therapy?

I know a client is making meaningful progress in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) when the following things have been made evident throughout treatment:

  • Increased awareness: The client demonstrates improved awareness of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, showing a greater understanding of the connections between them.
  • Application of skills: The client consistently applies the cognitive and behavioral techniques learned in therapy to real-life situations, demonstrating an ability to challenge negative thought patterns and engage in adaptive behaviors.
  • Symptom reduction: There is a noticeable reduction in the severity and frequency of the client's symptoms, such as decreased levels of anxiety, depression, or distress.
  • Improved functioning: The client reports an enhanced ability to cope with stressors, manage emotions, and navigate challenging situations, leading to improved functioning in various areas of life, including work, relationships, and daily activities.
  • Goal achievement: The client achieves the goals they set for therapy, whether they are related to specific symptoms, behaviors, or life changes, indicating progress toward desired outcomes.
  • Sustained change: The client demonstrates consistent progress over time, maintaining gains beyond the therapy sessions and integrating new skills and perspectives into their daily life. Understanding there may be moments of decline but overall improvement.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement cognitive behavioral therapy?

Clients can supplement their time in CBT with:

  • Daily journaling: Writing down thoughts, emotions, and experiences can help clients track their progress, identify patterns, and challenge negative thinking patterns independently.
  • Mindfulness meditation: Engaging in mindfulness practices, such as meditation or deep breathing exercises, can promote relaxation, reduce stress, and increase awareness of the present moment, complementing CBT techniques.
  • Social support: Connecting with supportive friends, family members, or support groups can offer encouragement, validation, and perspective, helping clients maintain motivation and accountability in their therapeutic journey.
  • Healthy lifestyle habits: Engaging in regular exercise, maintaining a balanced diet, getting adequate sleep, and avoiding substance abuse can contribute to overall well-being and complement the therapeutic process.

What should someone do to prepare for starting cognitive behavioral therapy?

To prepare for their first CBT session, and individual can,

  • Reflect on goals: Spend some time reflecting on personal goals, challenges, and areas of concern that you would like to address in therapy. Clarifying your goals can help guide the conversation with your therapist and ensure that you make the most of your sessions.
  • Gather relevant information: Compile any relevant information or documents related to your mental health history, previous therapy experiences, medications, and any specific events or situations that have been significant for you. This information can provide valuable context for your therapist and help them better understand your needs.
  • Be open and honest: Approach therapy with an open mind and a willingness to be honest and forthcoming about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Trust and transparency are essential for building a strong therapeutic alliance and facilitating meaningful progress.
  • Prepare questions: Consider any questions or concerns you have about the therapy process, your therapist's approach, or what to expect during sessions. Writing down your questions beforehand can help ensure that you address all of your concerns and make the most of your time together.
  • Set realistic expectations: Recognize that therapy is a collaborative process that takes time and effort. While cognitive behavioral therapy can be highly effective, it is not a quick fix, and meaningful change often requires patience, persistence, and commitment to the process.

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Sterling Heights, MI—Detroit Therapy and Counseling

Cognitive behavioral therapy helps individuals understand the power of their minds. More specifically, it helps people understand how negative thoughts rule their lives and how adopting more positive thoughts can benefit them in every important area.

If you’re in Macomb County, looking for Detroit Therapy, you can find the help you’re looking for at Thriveworks Sterling Heights, MI. We have cognitive behavioral therapists and psychologists who specialize in helping people control their thoughts and use them to their best advantage. If this sounds like something you could benefit from and want to get in on, reach out to Thriveworks Sterling Heights, MI. We can set you up with one of our cognitive behavioral therapists as soon as this week. Call (586) 238-4265 to schedule your appointment.

What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that aims to help people evaluate and change their thoughts as well as their behaviors, which are leading to any given issue. These issues might include (but are not limited to):

  • Relationship problems
  • Substance abuse and addiction
  • Depression, anxiety and other mental illnesses
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Low self-esteem

You might be experiencing the above issues or another issue entirely. In any case, a cognitive behavioral therapist at Thriveworks Sterling Heights, MI can help you by narrowing in on your thinking patterns. More specifically, they’ll help you acknowledge, understand, and change the negative thoughts as well as behaviors that are causing you harm.

How Can Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Benefit Me?

Cognitive behavioral therapy can help you adapt productive, positive thinking patterns. And in turn, they will help you address the challenges in your life. Your cognitive behavioral therapist will teach you that these challenges do not revolve around events themselves but your thoughts. They will also teach you about the cognitive distortions that fuel these negative thoughts, including:

  1. Black and white thinking: With this distortion, we think only in terms of extremes. We declare things amazing or terrible.
  2. Blaming: If you focus on the negatives and ignore all of the positives in any given situation, you’re engaging in this cognitive distortion.
  3. Emotional reasoning: With this distortion, we assume that our feelings are true, even when the facts say otherwise.
  4. Catastrophizing: If you blow situations out of proportion of your minimize them to reflect the worst possible case, you are engaging in this cognitive distortion.

There are many other cognitive distortions that we engage in and suffer as a result. Your Thriveworks Sterling Heights, MI cognitive behavioral therapist will help you familiarize yourself with these distortions so you can then correct them.

Work with a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist at Thriveworks Sterling Heights, MI

If you’re ready to experience the benefits in cognitive behavioral therapy and you’re searching for therapy near Detroit, schedule an appointment at Thriveworks Sterling Heights, MI in Macomb County. We have cognitive behavioral therapists on staff who can help you as soon as you need it. We have same-week appointments available as well as flexible evening and weekend sessions. Just call (586) 238-4265 when you’re ready to schedule your first appointment.

Thriveworks Sterling Heights, MI is excited to help you grow in life. We look forward to the chance to work with you soon!

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Sterling Heights therapists and counselors accept 29 insurance plans

  • ASR

  • Aetna

  • Blue Care Network of Michigan

  • Blue Care Network of Michigan Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | BCBS PPO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at Sterling Heights
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.5 Learn about verified reviews
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Efficient reminders, easy to utilize and caring, effective care from my therapist.
Michelle Feb 2024
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I really needed someone to talk to and didn’t know where to turn. An internet search came up and I found Thriveworks. Best decision I ever made was calling to schedule an appt. The staff is friendly, respectful and discreet. I appreciate Thriveworks so much. Therapy has helped me tremendously. I highly recommended this place.
Read more I really needed someone to talk to and didn’t know where to turn. An internet search came up and I found Thriveworks. Best decision I ever made was calling to schedule an appt. The staff is friendly, respectful and discreet. I appreciate Thriveworks so much. Therapy has helped me tremendously. I highly recommended this place.
Latasha Feb 2024
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My overall experience has been as expected when dealing with behavior healthcare. There is no real care for the patient and their needs. I spent an hour on the phone with a call center rep from the billing department who said I had no insurance on file, then proceeded to transfer me to the correct department who said I did. I have been without medication that was prescribed on Monday. When I received a call back from the psychiatrist, it seemed that your company forgot to send it over. That is unacceptable behavior when it comes to dealing with any customer.
Read more My overall experience has been as expected when dealing with behavior healthcare. There is no real care for the patient and their needs. I spent an hour on the phone with a call center rep from the billing department who said I had no insurance on file, then proceeded to transfer me to the correct department who said I did. I have been without medication that was prescribed on Monday. When I received a call back from the psychiatrist, it seemed that your company forgot to send it over. That is unacceptable behavior when it comes to dealing with any customer.
George Jan 2024
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★★★★★
Marya is such a good listener and is very sincere. Always feel as if we accomplish something. She has given me permission to call or text whatever needed and she responds in a very timely manner. I plan to continue working with her. She’s great.
Read more Marya is such a good listener and is very sincere. Always feel as if we accomplish something. She has given me permission to call or text whatever needed and she responds in a very timely manner. I plan to continue working with her. She’s great.
Gary Jan 2024
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★★★★★
It's a wonderful experience working with Cornelia Golden. She presents a healthy balance of comfortability and professionalism. She listens with the intent to hear what is being said and yet hear what's not being said. Cornelia has a very calming presence and I feel both confident in her counseling skills and that my concerns are professionally cared for. She is a very capable counselor. Clients will greatly benefit from working with her. I am happy to write this review for Ms. Cornelis Golden.
Read more It's a wonderful experience working with Cornelia Golden. She presents a healthy balance of comfortability and professionalism. She listens with the intent to hear what is being said and yet hear what's not being said. Cornelia has a very calming presence and I feel both confident in her counseling skills and that my concerns are professionally cared for. She is a very capable counselor. Clients will greatly benefit from working with her. I am happy to write this review for Ms. Cornelis Golden.
Sterling Heights May 2022
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★★★★★
Amazing listener. I dont know what I would do without her. She has helped me through so much in my life. I'm so grateful for her genuine kindness.
Read more Amazing listener. I dont know what I would do without her. She has helped me through so much in my life. I'm so grateful for her genuine kindness.
Sterling Heights Dec 2020
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★★★★★
Dana is an awesome therapist, listens to you and gives you great solutions, I highly recommend her and wouldn’t see anybody else
Read more Dana is an awesome therapist, listens to you and gives you great solutions, I highly recommend her and wouldn’t see anybody else
Sterling Heights Dec 2020
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★★★★★
Dana, is awesome very understanding , kind, no matter my issues she always helps me to figure it out , I highly recommend her!!
Read more Dana, is awesome very understanding , kind, no matter my issues she always helps me to figure it out , I highly recommend her!!
Sterling Heights Dec 2020
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Sterling Heights is located at the corner of Utica Road and Triangle Drive. We currently share a building with DAS Architects, among other businesses. Across the street, on the opposite side of Utica Road, is the Sterling Estates neighborhood and La Grand Blvd.

Phone number

(586) 203-3931

Languages spoken by MI providers

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